Machine Operator

Job Description

BRINGING ART + GARMENTS TO LIFE.

Available Positions

Embroidery Machine Operator Day Shift - M - F 8am - 4pm

Embroidery Machine Operator Night Shift - M - Th 4pm - 2am

Follow this link to see what our embroidery department does!

EMBROIDERY MACHINE OPERATOR:

THE OPPORTUNITY: Under the direction of the Embroidery Lead, this position is responsible for processing embroidery orders by preparing garments, running an embroidery and laser machine, and making quality adjustments as necessary. They will also be picking inventory for orders as well as performing quality control on each garment, to include: folding, labeling, boxing and counting garments, as well as recording styles and quantities of garments produced.

A Typical Day (job functions) Analyze + Operate + Quality Control + Repeat

Analyze orders to identify design and determine thread colors

Change embroidery machine threads, including threading needles

Attach hoops to the garments

Access order specifications through computer spreadsheets

Navigate through computer programs to process garment order on embroidery and/or laser machine

Operate embroidery machine computer and laser machine

Verify quality and quantity of the clothing and embroidery

Maintain Zephyr & Lakeshirts acceptable standard of quality per garment

Communicate with, or walk to, inventory area to gather replacement garments as needed

Keep work area clean and orderly

Organize work flow

Follow safety practices. Identify problems and work to resolve safety issues as they occur in accordance to OSHA standards

Work actively with others to get the job done

Other duties as assigned

Skills (qualifications) Reliability + Motivation + Goal-Driven + Attention to Detail

High school education desirable, but not required.

Positive attitude & self-motivated

Ability to work well in a team.

Must be reliable, responsible and take direction well.

Must be able to perform repetitive tasks for several hours.

Ability to be stand for 8-10 hours a day.

Previous production or sewing experience preferred, but not required.

Microsoft Word, Doc and Excel experience preferred.

WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE. At Lakeshirts, we believe in making work as awesome as the apparel we create. We're not just a t-shirt company- we're also a hat, sticker, and sock company (and so much more!). We're a place where creativity meets culture, where ideas and innovation are encouraged, and where the atmosphere is truly one-of-a-kind. As one of the largest screenprinting manufacturers in the U.S., we decorate a variety of garments and accessories for the resort, licensed collegiate, and K-12 markets, supported by over 1,000 ah-mazing team members from sea to shining sea.

OUR CULTURE TRULY SETS US APART. Life at Lakeshirts is all about embracing our core values, having fun, and working with great people who make every day an opportunity to thrive. We're looking for those who want to roll up their sleeves and make an impact while enjoying a culture that values creativity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and empowering each team member to define and elevate their success. We also foster a strong sense of community and are dedicated to wowing our customers on the daily.

LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT & SO IS WORK! Here's what you can expect when you join the Lakeshirts team:

Compensation Work Hard. Get Rewarded: Guided by our value of meritocracy, we offer a compensation package that reflects your unique skills, talents, and contributions. You are not just a number-your success, ideas, and efforts directly shape your growth and earning potential, empowering you to take your career to the next level. And there is an option to be paid daily!

Insurance Benefits We've Got You Covered: From health and life insurance to voluntary benefits like dental, vision, short-term/long-term disability, and critical illness & accident coverage, we've got you covered; benefits kick in the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment

Paid Time Off Life Outside of Work: Enjoy up to 22 paid days off during the first year because we know life happens outside of work & we want you to be able to enjoy

Profit Sharing If We're Profitable. You're Profitable: When we win, you win

Retirement Planning Free Money? Yes, Please!: Our 401(k) program helps you plan for the future

Onsite Perks Get in my Belly: At our HQ in Detroit Lakes, enjoy hot breakfast, lunch, and snacks from our subsidized cafeteria

Dogs @ Work Yes. It's A Thing. And It's Pawsome: Bring your furry friend to work, because we believe dogs just make everything better

Relaxed Dress Code Wear What Makes You Feel Your Best: Whether it's jeans, tees, and flip flops- we believe comfort fuels creativity, and we offer an employee merchandise discount to keep you & your family well-stocked

Flexible Work Schedules Full Time, Part Time & Everything In Between: Because we understand the importance of work-life balance

Unique Culture That Is Priceless: We make work fun; we believe in teamwork, giving back to our communities and doing what we love with great people, and always rocking a t-shirt, a hat, and some cool socks

Cognitive or Mental Requirements of the Job:

Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision making, dependability, judgment, reading, speaking, following direction, handling multiple priorities, reasoning.

Physical Demands:

CONTINUOUSLY: Stands, Walks, Reaches, Lifting Under 10lbs., Carrying Under 10lbs., Reaching at and Below Shoulder Height

FREQUENTLY: Lifts, Carries, Pushes, Pulls, Bends, Twists, Reaches Above Shoulder Height

OCCASIONALLY: Balances, Lifts 10-24lbs., Lifting 25-50lbs., Lifting over 50lbs., Carrying 10-24lbs., Carrying 25-50lbs., Carrying Over 50lbs.

NEVER: Sit, Climb, Crawl

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should in no way be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employee may perform other related duties as needed based on the ongoing needs of the business. Minnesota is an Employment-At-Will state and implies no specific length of employme

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